What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Smith to Rochester?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Smith to Rochester is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Smith to Rochester?

The fastest way to get from Fort Smith to Rochester is to bus and fly which takes 7h 7m and costs $230 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Smith and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Smith to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Fort Smith and arriving at Rochester, MN via Kansas City and St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 8m.

How far is it from Fort Smith to Rochester?

The distance between Fort Smith and Rochester is 625 miles. The road distance is 685.7 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Smith to Rochester without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Smith to Rochester without a car is to bus which takes 17h 8m and costs $170 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Fort Smith to Rochester?

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Fort Smith to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Smith to Rochester bus from?

Fort Smith to Rochester bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Fort Smith station.

Where does the Fort Smith to Rochester bus arrive?

Fort Smith to Rochester bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Fort Smith to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Smith to Rochester is 686 miles. It takes approximately 11h 26m to drive from Fort Smith to Rochester.

How do I get a bus ticket from Fort Smith to Rochester?

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Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 75+ hotels available in Rochester.

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There are 6 ways to get from Fort Smith to Rochester by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or shuttle

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Bus to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Rochester
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Smith to Fayettevillebus
2. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Rochester (RST)plane XNA - RST
8h 6m
$173–641
Drive 681.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Smith to Rochestercar 681.7 mi
11h 26m
$125–180
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Smith to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to St. Paulbus
3. Take the bus from St. Paul to Rochester, MNbus
17h 8m
$172–281
Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Fort Smith Municipal Airport (FSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane FSM - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Groome Transportation Office - Rochesterbus
8h 24m
$179–661
Bus to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Smith to Fayettevillebus
2. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane XNA - MSP
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Groome Transportation Office - Rochesterbus
7h 7m
$234–763
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Fort Smith Van Buren to Tulsabus
2. Take the bus from Tulsa to Owatonnabus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Owatonna, MN to Rochestershuttle
19h 17m
$199–315

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Rochester (RST) flights

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5h 2mAverage Duration

$93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 621.4 mi
Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between Fort Smith, AR, USA and Rochester, MN, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Fort Smith to Rochester, MN via Fort Smith, Kansas City, and St. Paul in around 17h 8m.

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How to get fromFort Smith to Rochesterby bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Fort Smith to Rochester by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or shuttle

Bus to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Rochester

Drive 681.7 mi

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Fly Fort Smith Municipal Airport to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus

Bus to Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, bus

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